Complete 2026 pay scale for Private (E-1). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 2 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 3 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 4 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 6 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 8 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 10 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 12 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 14 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 16 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 18 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 20 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 22 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 24 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 26 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 28 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
| 30 | $2,407.20 | $28,886.40 |
These are base pay figures only. Add BAS (food allowance) and BAH (housing allowance by location) for total compensation.
Data: 2026 military pay tables (DoD), BAH rates, and VA compensation schedules as bundled in the VetPaycheck app. Last updated 2026-10-11. Figures are monthly gross before taxes. For planning only; verify with DFAS/VA.